English–German

“recovery” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈbɛɐ̯gʊŋ/

Example

Nach dem Unfall begann die Bergung des Wracks.

After the accident, the recovery of the wreck began.

Illustration for Bergung (recovery)

How to say “recovery” in German

“Recovery” in German is Bergung.

A crane lifts a sunken wreck from the water while the recovery team makes it safe.

Full entry for Bergung: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Bergung

Die Bergung des Fahrzeugs war sehr teuer.

The recovery of the vehicle was very expensive.

Tips for using Bergung

  • Rettung normally concerns saving people, whereas Bergung usually concerns recovering a vehicle, wreck, or other object.

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